We have closed out November and are now heading into the final month of the trading year. With seasonal expectations competing with critical fundamental concerns, these are top three big-picture ch…

The IBEX 35 Index rounded out November by finishing 1.8% lower, with losses fueled by renewed virus fears.

Concerns about the Omicron variant, along with the Fed’s message that it may be appropriate to taper asset purchases at a faster-than-planned pace to cool inflation weigh on U.S. stocks.

Fresh developments coming out of Australia may keep AUD/USD under pressure as the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is anticipated to show a contraction in the growth rate.

EUR/USD may stage a larger recovery over the coming days as the Relative strength Index (RSI) bounces back from oversold territory to indicate a textbook buy signal.

Brent crude oil dropped sharply after comments from Moderna CEO around current vaccine effectiveness exacerbated Friday’s decline. OPEC with lots to consider on Thursday

Gold prices fell in early U.S. trading during Fed Chair Powell’s testimony after accepting higher inflation while allowing for the prospect of quicker than expected asset purchases.

Fed’s Powell Removes Transitory View on Inflation, Signals Faster QE Taper

The dollar continues to fall as measured by the DXY as investors view the dollar through a more dovish lens, while markets eye Fed Chair Powell’s testimony for more clarity.